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Don Jazzy Speaks On Fast Rising Cost And Growth Of Afrobeats

Music executive Don Jazzy has reflected on the rapid rise of Afrobeats, describing it as a young genre that is still developing on the global stage. He said artists, producers and label owners are all learning every day as the sound, business models and audience expectations continue to evolve.​ Sharing his thoughts on X, Don Jazzy explained that the industry is in a continuous learning phase, with stakeholders adjusting to new realities and innovations. He stressed that the pace of change in Afrobeats requires openness to new ideas and a willingness to adapt.​ To illustrate the growth, he pointed to the soaring cost of music video production over a short period. According to him, a budget of 20 million naira for an Afrobeats video would have seemed outrageous about six years ago, but some artistes now spend over 100,000 dollars […]

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Niniola’s Independence Anthem: How the Queen of Afrohouse Rejected Record Deals to Own Her Sound

Niniola’s Bold Choice: Saying ‘No’ to Labels, Owning Her Legacy Nigerian Afrohouse icon Niniola Apata, celebrated for global hits like ‘Maradona’ and ‘Ibadi’, has revealed she rejected multiple record deals to retain full creative control, cementing her status as the genre’s trailblazing “Queen.” In an interview with Hip TV, the 38-year-old artist unpacked her decade-long journey as an independent act and why autonomy trumps industry pressures. Why Niniola Chose Independence Over Mainstream Deals After her 2014 breakout single ‘Ibadi’ drew label interest, Niniola opted out, fearing creative compromise: “Labels invest but demand you fit their mold. I couldn’t live with that.” Genre Challenges: Afrohouse—a fusion of African rhythms and electronic beats—was niche in Nigeria’s mainstream at the time. Skepticism: Warned that singing in Yoruba might limit her reach, she doubled down: “Here I am, proving them wrong.” Label Launch: Partnered with her manager to create her own platform, navigating the “pros and […]

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